Eventex has announced its 100 Most Influential People in the Events Industry for 2024, a notable compilation highlighting top professionals who are leading change and innovation across the global events landscape. The list, which is entirely community-driven, reflects nominations and selections made by industry peers. This approach allows the ranking to truly represent the voices within the industry, showcasing individuals recognized for their creativity, forward-thinking strategies, and impactful contributions.
MIPPL 2024 Edition
In 2024, Eventex’s list continues to serve as a benchmark for excellence, celebrating those who are actively shaping the future of the events sector:
- The 2024 edition of The 100 Most Influential People in the Events Industry index saw as many as 1086 nominations.
- 26,685 votes were cast to determine the final list.
- The top 3 countries represented in the index include the US with 25 individuals, followed by UAE and the UK with 14 and 8, respectively.
- Some of the most notable organizations whose employees made the list include Group – Brazil, IMEX Group, MCI Middle East, George P Johnson, VOK DAMS worldwide, RainFocus, BW Events, Kenes Group, Amazon Web Services, and Bizzabo.
Eventex Winners in Categories
Alongside the main index, Eventex is unveiling several additional lists that highlight the most influential individuals within specific sectors of the events industry and across different geographical regions, including:
- The 100 Most Influential Event Professionals
- The 100 Most Influential Event Technology Professionals
- The 100 Most Influential Event Industry Suppliers
- The 100 Most Influential Venue Professionals
- Indexes with the most influential people in the following regions — Europe, the US, the Middle East, the UK, Asia, Canada, Latin America, and Australia and New Zealand.
- The 100 Most Influential Wedding Professionals
“The Eventex index of the top 100 events industry professionals celebrates the most deserving individuals who keep inspiring us with their creativity and innovation and drive the whole industry forward. This year, we’re again recognizing specific expertise and regional presence, to better showcase the impact of events industry individuals across the board ” comments Ovanes Ovanessian, Co-founder of Eventex Awards.
The 100 Most Influential People in the Events Industry for 2024 index is available on the Eventex here.
What can I say, TWO!
I was honoured to receive news of my nomination in this year’s Eventex Awards. When the notification from the Eventex team arrived, I was pleased to share the announcement across my professional networks on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Thanks to my network’s support, I received an impressive number of votes and ultimately earned recognition in two distinguished categories!
One of these was The 100 Most Influential Venue Professionals, which also includes top convention bureaus. As an employee of the Polish Tourism Organisation – Poland Convention Bureau, it’s a privilege to be acknowledged alongside industry leaders and colleagues in the venue and convention bureaux, such as:
Christoph Tessmar (Barcelona Convention Bureau), Frode Aasheim (Norway Convention Bureau), Giovanna Lucherini (Convention Bureau Napoli), Gregory Reeves (Jacobs Media Group), Ines Antti-Poika (Finland Convention Bureau), James Rees (ExCeL London), Kadri Karu (Estonian Convention Bureau), Karina Grützner (Stuttgart Convention Bureau), Manuel Ferrís Gallego (València Convention Bureau), Matthias Schultze (German Convention Bureau) and many, many more …
Here you can find the full list of The 100 Most Influential Venue Professionals 2024
I was genuinely amazed to be recognized on The 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry in Europe for 2024. This acknowledgement is truly significant to me. This recognition was unexpected, and I feel deeply honoured to be listed alongside such esteemed European colleagues.
It’s a privilege to stand among industry leaders who continue to inspire and elevate our industry. Congratulations to all who made the list and a special acknowledgement to Christina Strohschneider (bnetwork), Joaquim Pires (Turismo de Portugal), Merijn van Buuren (EventProfs VISION), Sabrina Meyers (BlackRock), Sina Bünte (DigitalMind.events), and many, many more …
The full list can be seen here The 100 Most Influential People in the Event Industry in Europe for 2024.
Thank you
November, right after IMEX America in Las Vegas and before IBTM World in Barcelona, has been filled with incredible news for myself and other MICE industry colleagues.
It seems that being proactive in our industry, sharing insights on my MICE blog, posting articles on LinkedIn, and creating engaging content through Instagram Stories, Reels, and posts have brought value to my professional community. This recognition inspires me to continue delivering even more impactful content.
Thank you immensely for your votes; this achievement wouldn’t be possible without you.
Polish Proud
A special thanks and heartfelt congratulations also go out to my fellow Polish MICE peers, including Aneta Stojak (Colors Of Design), Agata Braun (Smile Reprezent), Anna Nowakowska (MICE Venue Company), Krzysztof Celuch (Celuch Consulting, Szkoła Główna Turystyki i Hotelarstwa Vistula), Olga Krzemińska-Zasadzka (Agencja Power), Tomasz Śleziak (Colors of Design), Żaneta Berus (In2Win Business Consulting) winners in the main category 100 Most Influential People in the Events Industry for 2024.
Additionally, winners in other categories: Grzegorz Potoczek (CMA AV), Natalia Nowicka (Picsane Lab), Paula Fanderowska (SKKP), Agnieszka Wicha-Dauksza (Targi Kielce SA), Aleksander Wicka (BBN), Anna Rajewska (endorfina events), Dawid Bednarski (Imagine Nation), Dominik Górka (Live Age), Dominika Beliniak (MindSpark), Krzysztof Paradowski (Blu Experience), Michał Kaleta (endorfina events), Natalia Truszczyńska (Blu Experience), Nina Żukowska (Świat Eventów), Przemysław Witkowski (Plej) and Mateusz Czerwiński mentioned before.
Together, we’re showcasing the innovation, resilience, and impact of the Polish MICE sector on the global stage. Proud to be part of such an inspiring group!
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About Eventex Awards
Founded in 2009 to recognize excellence in creativity, innovation, and effectiveness, Eventex Awards is now regarded as the premier international award in the events and experiential marketing industry. Each year, it highlights outstanding achievements across events, brand experiences, technology, suppliers, and venues, setting a global benchmark for excellence in the sector.
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In addition to certificates, winners also received personalized graphics.
